2133 — IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
Higher Skilled
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What this occupation covers
IT business analysts, architects and systems designers proviide advice on the effective utilisation of IT and design IT systems in order to meet the business objectives or to enhance the business effectiveness of the organisation.
Typical duties
liaises with internal/external clients to analyse business procedure, clarify clients’ requirements and to define the scope of existing software, hardware and network provision
undertakes feasibility studies for major IT developments incorporating costs and benefits, and presents proposals to clients
communicates the impact of emerging technologies to clients and advises upon the potential introduction of such technology
provides advice and assistance in the procurement, provision, delivery, installation, maintenance and use of IT systems and their environments
examines existing business models and flows of data and designs functional specifications and test plans for new systems in order to meet clients’ needs
researches, analyses, evaluates and monitors network infrastructure and performance
works closely with clients to implement new systems
Entry routes and qualifications
Entrants usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification, although entry with other academic qualifications and/or significant relevant experience is possible. There is a variety of relevant vocational, professional and postgraduate qualifications available.
Sponsorship information
Higher Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.
Full Table 1 going rate: £54,900 at 37.5 hours. The applicable salary requirement can differ: use the calculator.
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